Mixed
Daily consumption of at least 3 grams of oat beta-glucan reduces total and LDL cholesterol levels by 5-10% in normocholesterolemic or hypercholesterolemic subjects.
To lower your cholesterol, aim for at least 3 grams of oat beta-glucin daily. This is roughly equivalent to one and a half cups of cooked oatmeal or a high-fiber oat cereal. For best results, consume it in a liquid form like oat milk or mixed into a smoothie, as liquids maintain the viscosity needed to bind cholesterol. Ensure your overall diet is low in saturated fats to maximize the benefit.
Results of this analysis show that studies conducted during the past 13 years support the suggestion that intake of oat b-glucan at daily doses of at least 3 g may reduce plasma total and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels by 5–10% in normocholesterolemic or hypercholesterolemic subjects.
Why this rating
Based on a systematic review of 22 high-quality randomized controlled trials (Jadad score >= 3) published between 1997 and 2010.
Source
Cholesterol-lowering effects of oat β-glucan
Rgia A. Othman et al. · Nutrition Reviews · 2011
DOI 10.1111/j.1753-4887.2011.00401.x
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